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Bangkok News
Woman’s screams from Red Line train cab alarm passengers
A Red Line train driver has been suspended pending an investigation after passengers reported hearing a woman screaming from the cab of a train travelling between Rangsit and Don Mueang yesterday, April 7. The incident came to light after posts and videos circulated on TikTok at about 9pm. According to the report, the train left Rangsit station at 2.30pm bound…
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Thailand video news
Thailand News | Bangkok sets earlier, alcohol-free rules for Songkran water zones, Thai Royal Costume Campaign heads to Europe ahead of UNESCO decision
Today we’ll be talking about new alcohol-free rules announced for Songkran Water Zones, plus investigators are probing a fuel discrepancy in Surat Thani with 57 million liters unaccounted for, then the government is weighing closing fuel stations overnight after the Songkran holiday, in ASEAN News Vietnam’s To Lam tightens his grip on power as their parliament has elected the Communist…
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Transport News
Koh Chang ferry operators raise fares as diesel climbs
Koh Chang ferry fares will increase from April 10 after operators secured approval for the first price rise in 10 years, citing the ongoing energy crisis. Trat Governor Piriya Chatadilok met ferry operators serving routes from the mainland to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, and Koh Kood to discuss rising operating costs. According to the latest fuel price update today, April…
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Thailand News
Ostrich on the loose runs along Chon Buri motorway
A five month old ostrich was seen running along traffic on a motorway from Bang Lamung district in Chon Buri towards Tapong district in Rayong yesterday, April 7, following a cement truck without appearing to slow down. Videos of the bird quickly spread on social media as people shared the footage in an effort to help return it to its…
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Thailand News
Thai driver, undocumented Chinese man arrested in Kanchanaburi
A Thai driver and a Chinese passenger were arrested at a security checkpoint in Thong Pha Phum district, Kanchanaburi, on April 6 after officials stopped a pickup suspected of transporting an undocumented migrant. The operation followed a tip-off that Chinese nationals were being brought in from Myanmar through a natural border crossing near Three Pagodas Pass before being transported along…
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Things To Do
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Where to celebrate Songkran in Bangkok [2026]
Bangkok does Songkran at full volume, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years yet. From world-class music festivals and riverside dining to free public celebrations and traditional blessing ceremonies, the city has more going on this April than any single person could cover for the Thai New Year. Whether you are a long-term expat, a…
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Phuket News
Thai man arrested for shooting colleague at Phuket warehouse
A gunman who shot his colleague at a warehouse in Ratsada, Phuket, was arrested at a hotel yesterday evening, April 7, following a police search. The suspect, 50 year old Prakit Pannarai, opened fire on his colleague, 40 year old Wirat Nawadate, at a retail store warehouse on April 6. Prakit fired three shots, striking Wirat in the body and…
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Northern Thailand News
Nakhon Ratchasima teacher accused of hitting boy with broom
A mother filed a complaint at Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima Police Station after her eight year old son, a student at a school in Nakhon Ratchasima, was allegedly hit in the face with a broom by his class teacher on March 30, leaving him with facial injuries. The boy’s mother said that shortly after she dropped her son off at school,…
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Bangkok News
Drug over dose suspected in death of 2 foreigners in Khao San Road hotel
Two foreign men, a South African and a Latvian national, were found dead in a hotel on Khao San Road in Bangkok yesterday, April 7, with police suspecting a drug overdose after white powder was discovered at the scene. A 31 year old Burmese worker alerted emergency services from Vajira and Siriraj Hospitals after finding the two men unconscious on…
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Lifestyle
New Pratumnak gym Breathe focuses on strength, mobility and partner-led development
Breathe, a new gym focused on strength and mobility training, has opened in Pratumnak Soi 6, opposite the Russian market. The gym describes itself as more than a conventional fitness facility, saying it was created to make strength and mobility training easier to adopt for a wider range of people, from first-time gym users to experienced athletes. Breathe said its…
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Aviation News
Thai airlines announce route suspensions after fuel price surge
Thai Lion Air, Nok Air and Thai AirAsia suspended several domestic and international routes amid rising fuel costs linked to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The three airlines announced that the route changes made this week were prompted by higher operating costs following a sharp increase in fuel prices. Thai Lion Air suspended its route from Don Mueang International…
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Health
How slow is too slow? When to see a doctor for a low heart rate
Dealing with a heart condition can feel overwhelming, but understanding what’s happening in your body is the first step toward taking control of your health. If you or a loved one has been told you have a slow heart rate, you might be wondering if it’s a cause for concern. Let’s break down the facts about bradycardia, how to recognise…
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Phuket News
Thai man escapes after shooting colleague at Phuket warehouse
Police are searching for a gunman who escaped after shooting his colleague at a warehouse in Phuket yesterday, April 6, leaving the victim in critical condition. Officers from Mueang Phuket Police Station were alerted to the shooting by medical staff at Mission Hospital Phuket. The victim, identified as 40 year old Wirut, suffered gunshot wounds to his body and leg…
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Thailand News
Thai princess brings royal attires to Europe for UNESCO bid
Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, the youngest daughter of His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn, is set to travel to The Hague on April 9 to deliver a keynote lecture on Thai national costume as part of an international roadshow ahead of a key UNESCO decision later this year. The two-day event, titled “Chud Thai Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Practices of the Thai National…
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Thailand News
Udon Thani police suspended after demanding fuel fee for theft investigation
Royal Thai Police (RTP) temporarily suspended an officer in Udon Thani province from his duties after he demanded a fuel fee from a theft victim, saying he would not process any investigation without the money. The TikTok user, identified only as Moofern, posted a video on her account, @moofern_moomob, on Sunday, April 5, criticising the police’s inappropriate conduct. In the…
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News
Southeast Asia leans toward China over US, 2026 survey finds
A survey published by a Singaporean institute has found that a slim majority of respondents across Southeast Asia would align with China over the United States if forced to choose between the two powers. The poll, conducted between January 5 and February 20, 2026, covered 2,008 respondents from all 11 ASEAN member states, including Timor-Leste, which joined the bloc in…
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Politics News
DSI investigates into 57 million litres of fuel missing in Surat Thani
Thailand’s Justice Ministry launched a probe into suspected fuel stockpiling during the energy crisis and found that 57 million litres of fuel went missing during tanker deliveries to Surat Thani. The Justice Ministry, Royal Thai Police and provincial administrative offices nationwide inspected fuel storage following concerns over shortages and rising prices. The operation aimed to prevent major energy companies from…
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Bangkok News
Mahidol University praised for 30-day paid leave for terminal family care
Mahidol University wins praise for granting 30 days paid leave for terminal family care Mahidol University issued a 2026 notification regarding employee leave criteria and procedures. The public widely praised Section 9 of this document. This specific section outlines the rules for taking time off to care for family members in their final stages of life. The new regulation allows…
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Politics News
Anutin unveils budget cuts, fuel sale limit amid energy crisis
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced a package of Thailand energy crisis measures after a Cabinet meeting yesterday, April 6, including budget cuts to fund public support and a plan to limit fuel sales. Anutin and the newly appointed Cabinet issued the announcement after discussing measures to address and prevent fuel shortages. He said conflict in the Middle East continued to…
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Thailand News
Thailand plans overnight petrol station restrictions after April 20
Thailand could begin restricting fuel station operating hours after April 20, with petrol stations potentially closing from 10pm to 5am as the government considers energy-saving measures amid conflict in the Middle East. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said yesterday, on April 7, that the government is working on oil-saving measures to ensure the country has enough fuel for domestic use. He…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | Insurance mandate for tourists, Northern Thailand Smog Emergency
In Thailand’s video news Today, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include a new policy mandating medical coverage for visitors to Thailand, Northern provinces being given emergency status designation amid severe smog and the rainmaking operations meant to alleviate the problem, then a tragic murder-suicide involving an international student and his girlfriend, also a…
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Business News
AirAsia ticket prices rise 40% as fuel costs stay sky-high
AirAsia X is raising ticket prices by up to 40% as soaring jet fuel costs linked to the Middle Eastern conflict put fresh pressure on airlines across Asia. The carrier said yesterday, April 6, that higher oil prices had become its most serious challenge, with jet fuel costs doubling in recent weeks. The increase is forcing the long-haul low-cost airline…
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Business News
What is a refining margin, and why is it soaring during the Iran war?
Drivers are currently sweating over high gas station prices. A major cause is the conflict in Iran. Economic news often highlights rising refinery margins. The normal margin is two baht, but it recently exceeded 17 baht. Understanding the refinery margin is straightforward. A merchant buys oranges at a certain price to squeeze and sell bottled juice at a higher price.…
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Phuket News
Phuket van driver confesses to raping Ukrainian woman
Phuket police officers arrested a Thai van driver over the rape of a 20 year old Ukrainian woman yesterday, April 6. The Ukrainian woman filed a complaint with Patong Police Station at about 5.30am, saying a Thai man forced her into a van and raped her in Phuket town. Police later tracked down the suspect, identified only as 43 year old…
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Chiang Mai Travel
Chiang Mai and Lamphun are doing something special for Songkran 2026
If you are spending Songkran in the north this year, two cities are worth your attention if you are up north or going there. The Water Festival 2026, the 11th edition of the Thai Waterways Festival, brings Chiang Mai and Lamphun together under the theme “Have fun at Songkran in my hometown”, and both cities are running their own distinct…
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Thailand News
Hot weather, haze and gusty storms forecast across Thailand
Thailand will see hot to very hot weather today, April 7, with temperatures reaching 42°C (degrees Celcius) in the North, Northeast and Central regions, as a heat low-pressure cell brings haze across upper Thailand and isolated thundershowers in some areas. The Thai Meteorological Department said a heat low-pressure cell remains over upper Thailand, bringing hot daytime conditions across much of…
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Thailand News
Thailand travel insurance plan targets unpaid tourist bills
Thailand is moving to require international tourists to obtain travel insurance before entering the country, as rising unpaid medical bills and accident risks place increasing pressure on public healthcare. The impact is already being felt in major tourism areas. At Vachira Phuket Hospital, which serves 400,000 registered residents and more than one million visitors, director Dr Weerasak Lorthongkham said the…
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Central Thailand News
Chinese man commits murder-suicide, leaving blood message in Pathum Thani condo
A Chinese man allegedly murdered his Thai girlfriend before taking his own life in a condominium in Pathum Thani on Sunday, April 5. Messages written in blood were found at the scene. Police from Khlong Luang Police Station were called to the condominium at about 2.30am after reports of a man falling from the building. The body of a 30…
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Bangkok News
Thai kindergartners as young as 5 are buying toy-like vapes from classmates
An academic warns that students are selling fruit-flavored e-cigarettes to peers. Educational campaigns and a new safety curriculum aim to teach refusal skills nationwide. Dr. Anyamanee Boonsue revealed alarming data on Monday regarding e-cigarette use among young students. The independent academic and former Chulalongkorn University lecturer told the Ejan news outlet that kindergarteners as young as five years old are…
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Thailand Travel
What resort managers told us about oil and island travel in Thailand for 2026
Global oil markets have been in chaos since late March 2026. Escalating tensions in the Middle East choked traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, sending the Singapore refined diesel benchmark from around US$92 per barrel to US$238 per barrel in weeks. Thailand’s Oil Fuel Fund burned through 42 billion baht in subsidies before the government let diesel float to 40.74…
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Phuket News
Phuket speedboat explosion kills Thai tour guide, injures 5 others
A Thai tour guide died, and five other crew members were injured in a Phuket speedboat explosion at about 11am yesterday, March 6, at Coco Pier in Vichit subdistrict, Mueang district, Phuket. The explosion was reported on the speedboat called Tequila while it was moored at the pier. Volunteer firefighters and rescue workers rushed to the scene after the blast…
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Finance
Thailand threatens refinery price controls as fuel margins spike before Songkran
Thailand plans strict price controls on oil refineries as refining margins surge. Read how the government aims to lower fuel costs before Songkran. Thailand’s Energy Minister Akanat Promphan is preparing to regulate domestic oil refineries. He threatened to invoke price control laws to combat abnormally high fuel prices. The Thai Cabinet recently acknowledged a report on fuel cost structures and…
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Business News
Thailand’s digital entertainment shift raises questions about user trends
Thailand’s digital landscape is changing rapidly, with more users spending time on online platforms for entertainment, information, and everyday convenience. As discussions around entertainment complexes and digital regulation continue, attention is also turning to how people engage with different types of online content, including interactive formats that are growing quietly in popularity. A Growing Appetite for Digital Platforms Over the…
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Pattaya News
Security guard killed in Pattaya crash with Japanese driver
A security guard died after his motorcycle crashed into an SUV driven by a Japanese restaurant owner who was turning onto a main road in Pattaya early today, April 5. Police, rescue workers and a medical team were called to Phatthanakan Road in Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri at 3.49am after reports of a serious motorcycle crash.…
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South Thailand News
Vendor splashed with hot oil by another worker in Krabi mall
A drink vendor was injured yesterday, April 4, after another worker threw hot cooking oil at her in a shopping mall in Mueang district, Krabi, with police detaining the suspect at the scene. Rescue workers were alerted by mall staff and coordinated with police before arriving at the food court on the first floor, where they found the victim, 19…
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Pattaya News
Cambodian worker dies fixing roof at Sri Racha factory
A 38 year old Cambodian man died after falling from a roof he was repairing at a wooden furniture factory in Sri Racha district, Chon Buri, yesterday afternoon. Rescue teams from Sawang Prateep Si Racha, together with Police Lieutenant Colonel Dechanat Thansirichuti, an investigator from Sri Racha Police Station, responded to the scene at a factory along Sukhumvit Road in…
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Central Thailand News
Trailer truck ploughs into traffic, injures 16 in Chachoengsao
A 22-wheel trailer truck crashed into several vehicles on the Burapha Withi expressway in Bang Samak subdistrict, Bang Pakong district, Chachoengsao, at 4.30pm yesterday, April 4, leaving 16 people injured and blocking all lanes. Police, rescue workers and emergency responders went to kilometre marker 37 on the Chon Buri-bound side of the expressway, where they found the white trailer truck…
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